5-Social-Studies-January

Grade:5th Grade

Month:January

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Main Concept

Westward Expansion

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Guiding Questions

How did The United States grow in the 1800's
How important was the Louisiana Purchase to the growth of The United States?

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Theme/Content Skills

Diversity of Cultures including Native Americans
Louisiana Purchace
Migration

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Key Terms

Louisiana Purchase
Annex
Doctrine
Minifest Destiny
Gold Rush

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Holidays

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday

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Student Outcomes

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Assessment/Project

Resources for Students

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Resources for Teachers

Harcourt Horizons (Red Books) Volume 1 & 2, United States History: Beginnings.
Harcourt Horizons (Red Books) Volume 1 & 2, United States History.

Field Trip Suggestions